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# Our Top 10 Activities To Do in Cape Verde

By [It's The Kellys (@itsthekellys)](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys)

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Published 15 November 2022 · Updated 15 November 2022

Category: travel

Cape Verde is a small island in the Atlantic Ocean off the west coast of Africa. It's known for its great beaches, beautiful weather, and amazing food. When you visit Cape Verde, you'll want to make sure you get out and see the sights. Luckily, there's plenty to do!

Here are our top activities to do when visiting Cape Verde!

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## Items

### 1. [Go On A Catamaran](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/0/go-on-a-catamaran)

Item ID: `0`

- Location: Cape Verde
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.5388,"lng":-23.0418},"viewport":{"south":14.72707334514354,"west":-25.38391102019967,"north":17.3191764236832,"east":-22.59338388459832}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Cape Verde","place\_id":"ChIJMVERWSGPNQkRH-oY-TbyGms","types":\["country","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Cape+Verde&ftid=0x9358f2159115131:0x6b1af236f918ea1f","utc\_offset":-60,"website":"http://www.governo.cv/","searchTerm":"Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dgnph39nj8tn9iqncypp.jpg)
- Category: Water Activity
- Description: One of the must things to do in Cape Verde is getting on a Catamaran. It’s a beautiful experience where you can enjoy the amazing views of the coastline, explore the islands and even go snorkeling.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=17&end=119](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=17&end=119)
- Done?: false
- Link: -

### 2. [Float in Pedra de Lume](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/2/float-in-pedra-de-lume)

Item ID: `2`

- Location: Pedra Lume
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Pedra Lume, Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.7632539,"lng":-22.8947094},"viewport":{"south":16.75850227475015,"west":-22.89879074199054,"north":16.76509762285184,"east":-22.88982145364904}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Pedra Lume","place\_id":"ChIJv-6OedCmTAkR4ROGuNB0J5I","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Pedra+Lume,+Cape+Verde&ftid=0x94ca6d0798eeebf:0x922774d0b88613e1","utc\_offset":-60,"searchTerm":"Pedra de Lume, Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/cnpo1nhw2eq5kmxlzof2.jpg)
- Category: Water Activity
- Description: If you're looking for a new place to kick back and relax, Pedra de Lume is the place to go. The unique experience of floating in salt has been drawing tourists from around the world to this beautiful cape verde island for years.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=163&end=220](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=163&end=220)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince](https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince)

### 3. [Horseback Riding](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/1/horseback-riding)

Item ID: `1`

- Location: Cape Verde
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.5388,"lng":-23.0418},"viewport":{"south":14.72707334514354,"west":-25.38391102019967,"north":17.3191764236832,"east":-22.59338388459832}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Cape Verde","place\_id":"ChIJMVERWSGPNQkRH-oY-TbyGms","types":\["country","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Cape+Verde&ftid=0x9358f2159115131:0x6b1af236f918ea1f","utc\_offset":-60,"website":"http://www.governo.cv/","searchTerm":"Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/pcej4a6qwhvrtpvmef5t.jpg)
- Category: Recreational
- Description: This activity combines fun, beautiful scenery and the opportunity to get close to nature. The beach is a great place for this activity because you can ride your horse on the sand, which is different from other places where you might have ridden before. There is also a professional photographer and photos are for sale at the end of the journey.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=121&end=162](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=121&end=162)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Horse-Riding-Centre/d50200-75951P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=horsebackriding](https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Horse-Riding-Centre/d50200-75951P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=horsebackriding)

### 4. [Visit The Botanical Garden](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/6/visit-the-botanical-garden)

Item ID: `6`

- Location: Cape Verde
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.6214633,"lng":-22.9178976},"viewport":{"south":16.62010542010728,"west":-22.91912067989272,"north":16.62280507989272,"east":-22.91642102010728}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/park-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#4DB546","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/tree\_pinlet","name":"Pachamama Eco Park - Viveiro Botanical Garden","place\_id":"ChIJU2DNIKZeSwkRxj5hvWBtCrg","types":\["tourist\_attraction","bar","park","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"searchTerm":"botanical garden near Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/myuw8proc3xbnzcl9g5y.jpg)
- Category: Recreational
- Description: This is an amazing place for everyone—from families with children to couples on their first date. The garden has plenty of shade trees, so it doesn't matter if it's hot or cold out; you'll be comfortable either way!
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=381&end=433](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=381&end=433)
- Done?: false
- Link: -

### 5. [Street Art and Tapas Tour](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/7/street-art-and-tapas-tour)

Item ID: `7`

- Location: Sal, Cape Verde
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.5388,"lng":-23.0418},"viewport":{"south":14.72707334514354,"west":-25.38391102019967,"north":17.3191764236832,"east":-22.59338388459832}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Cape Verde","place\_id":"ChIJMVERWSGPNQkRH-oY-TbyGms","types":\["country","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Cape+Verde&ftid=0x9358f2159115131:0x6b1af236f918ea1f","utc\_offset":-60,"website":"http://www.governo.cv/","searchTerm":"Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ufzl7isjwvfrwxenqj5e.jpg)
- Category: Recreational
- Description: If you're looking for a different and fun way to explore Cape Verde, try walking around the streets. You'll see lots of interesting street art and get a chance to learn about the local culture and the island's history.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=436&end=507](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=436&end=507)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Sal/Santa-Maria-Street-Art-Walking-Tour-with-Tapas/d28618-212691P3?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=capeverdestreetarttapas](https://www.viator.com/tours/Sal/Santa-Maria-Street-Art-Walking-Tour-with-Tapas/d28618-212691P3?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=capeverdestreetarttapas)

### 6. [Go To Kite Beach](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/3/go-to-kite-beach)

Item ID: `3`

- Location: Santa Maria
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"J473+R4R, Santa Maria, Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.6146032,"lng":-22.8972244},"viewport":{"south":16.61325421970849,"west":-22.89857338029151,"north":16.6159521802915,"east":-22.8958754197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Kite Beach - Sal Cape Verde","place\_id":"ChIJca6MfPxbSwkR3EwFmlNWREY","types":\["point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=5063266798137593052","utc\_offset":-60,"searchTerm":"Kite Beach - Sal Cape Verde, Santa Maria, Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/jz8yixqux6v0frsq5o2b.jpg)
- Category: Beach/Bay
- Description: Kite Beach is one of the most popular tourist destinations on Cape Verde. The beach has a large area that is perfect for kite surfing and windsurfing, making it an ideal spot for both local and international tourists to enjoy.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=223&end=260](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=223&end=260)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince](https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince)

### 7. [Go To Shark Bay](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/4/go-to-shark-bay)

Item ID: `4`

- Location: Feijoal
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"P4Q4+HFR, Feijoal, Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.7389964,"lng":-22.8938482},"viewport":{"south":16.73764741970849,"west":-22.8951971802915,"north":16.7403453802915,"east":-22.8924992197085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#13B5C7","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Shark Bay","place\_id":"ChIJE1SFgzanTAkRQt\_X8hgkPY8","types":\["tourist\_attraction","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=10321445610575093570","utc\_offset":-60,"searchTerm":"Shark Bay, Feijoal, Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/v3gbnjtivrrmxfld7g2m.png)
- Category: Beach/Bay
- Description: You can swim with sharks here in Shark Bay Cape Verde! This is one of the best places in the world to go snorkeling, and it's one of the most unique experiences you'll ever have. It's incredible to see these animals up close, and you can even touch them if you want to.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=265&end=341](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=265&end=341)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince](https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince)

### 8. [Go To Blue Eye](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/5/go-to-blue-eye)

Item ID: `5`

- Location: Palmeira
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Q2X5+C3W, Palmeira, Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.798617,"lng":-22.992299},"viewport":{"south":16.7970694697085,"west":-22.9932539302915,"north":16.7997674302915,"east":-22.9905559697085}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/generic\_business-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#13B5C7","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Buracona - Blue Eye Cave","place\_id":"ChIJrekECg-iTAkRTI5GC0YDbKg","types":\["tourist\_attraction","point\_of\_interest","establishment"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?cid=12136078695228411468","utc\_offset":-60,"searchTerm":"Buracona - Blue Eye Cave, Palmeira, Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/pqszhvdfdebk5wxqkmck.jpg)
- Category: Beach/Bay
- Description: The Blue Eye of Cape Verde is a natural limestone sinkhole in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, about 300 miles from the coast of Africa. It's a popular tourist destination for those who want to see one of the most beautiful bodies of water on earth.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=344&end=379](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=344&end=379)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince](https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince)

### 9. [Downtown Santa Maria](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/8/downtown-santa-maria)

Item ID: `8`

- Location: Santa Maria
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Santa Maria, Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.6000812,"lng":-22.9103485},"viewport":{"south":16.58817956521981,"west":-22.92269469891218,"north":16.60428092591302,"east":-22.89351219837765}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Santa Maria","place\_id":"ChIJm\_a7SApcSwkRce9DRANR-ic","types":\["locality","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Santa+Maria,+Cape+Verde&ftid=0x94b5c0a48bbf69b:0x27fa51034443ef71","utc\_offset":-60,"searchTerm":"Santa Maria, Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lbczozccrpbd1d20marm.jpg)
- Category: City Tour
- Description: This is a great place to spend the day with friends, family and loved ones. You can walk around and enjoy the beautiful architecture of the buildings, or take a selfie with one of the many statues that are present throughout downtown Santa Maria.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=509&end=592](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=509&end=592)
- Done?: false
- Link: -

### 10. [Book Tours and Meet Locals](https://listium.com/@itsthekellys/76902/our-top-10-activities-to-do-in-cape-verde/9/book-tours-and-meet-locals)

Item ID: `9`

- Location: Cape Verde
- Map: {"formatted\_address":"Cape Verde","geometry":{"location":{"lat":16.5388,"lng":-23.0418},"viewport":{"south":14.72707334514354,"west":-25.38391102019967,"north":17.3191764236832,"east":-22.59338388459832}},"icon":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v1/png\_71/geocode-71.png","icon\_background\_color":"#7B9EB0","icon\_mask\_base\_uri":"https://maps.gstatic.com/mapfiles/place\_api/icons/v2/generic\_pinlet","name":"Cape Verde","place\_id":"ChIJMVERWSGPNQkRH-oY-TbyGms","types":\["country","political"\],"url":"https://maps.google.com/?q=Cape+Verde&ftid=0x9358f2159115131:0x6b1af236f918ea1f","utc\_offset":-60,"website":"http://www.governo.cv/","searchTerm":"Cape Verde"}
- Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/zstg25ihoqqsrkhgitta.jpg)
- Category: City Tour
- Description: Not only will you be interacting with the locals but you'll also learn how friendly and accommodating they are when you book a tour with Cape Verde locals.
- Video Link: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=594&end=753](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbVpmilnlUQ&start=594&end=753)
- Done?: false
- Link: [https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince](https://www.viator.com/tours/Santa-Maria/Salt-experience/d50200-120356P1?pid=P00073363&mcid=42383&medium=link&campaign=salexpereince)